Name: One Bowl Cheesy Zucchini Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional); 2 large eggs; 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter; 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice); 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (squeezed of excess moisture); 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Description

This One Bowl Cheesy Zucchini Bread is a savory quick bread that comes together in minutes with minimal cleanup. Packed with fresh zucchini, sharp cheddar cheese, and flavorful herbs, it’s the perfect way to use up garden zucchini. Serve warm with a pat of butter or alongside soups, salads, or eggs. Moist, cheesy, and comforting — no mixer required.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)
2 large eggs
1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (squeezed of excess moisture)
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and herbs (if using).
Add wet ingredients: Add eggs, oil, and buttermilk to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
Fold in zucchini and cheese: Gently fold in the shredded zucchini, cheddar, and Parmesan (if using) until evenly distributed.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top and bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve: Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For best texture, make sure to squeeze out as much moisture from the zucchini as possible.
You can use part whole wheat flour for extra fiber.
Try adding chopped chives, scallions, or jalapeños for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Bread
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 310mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 45mg